Welcome to ObesityHelp’s Diabetes Forum brought to you in cooperation with Bariatrics4Diabetes. Traditionally, people have turned to weight-loss surgery (also known as bariatric surgery) with the primary goal of treating obesity. In recent years, however, studies have shown that weight-loss surgery can have a dramatic impact on type 2 diabetes, resolving the disease in many cases. And similar benefits have been seen with other serious conditions, such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obstructive sleep apnea, and other serious conditions. Clearly, losing weight is just part of the story.

The Diabetes Forum and Bariatrics4Diabetes gives you more than information. We provide tools you can print out and use as you explore weight-loss surgery as an option for you. Be sure to check out the Path to Weight-Loss Surgery (an overview of the surgery-planning process) and the Choosing a Bariatric Program checklist. 

The Diabetes Forum Message Board allows you to connect with other individuals who see weight-loss surgery as an opportunity to overcome type 2 diabetes and realize their dreams of a healthier life.

This information has been provided by Bariatrics4Diabetes and Covidien. To learn more about weight-loss surgery for type 2 diabetes, visit Bariatrics4Diabetes.com.